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Barack Obama

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Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from January 20, 2009, to January 20, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented Illinois in the U.S. Senate from 2005 to 2008 and served in the Illinois State Senate from 1997 to 2004. Obama is known for his signature policies including the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, and his efforts in economic recovery following the 2008 financial crisis. His presidency was marked by significant legislative achievements and a focus on healthcare reform, climate change, and foreign policy initiatives such as the Iran nuclear deal.

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Feb 24, 2011

There is a serious risk that Libyan state assets will be misappropriated by Qadhafi.

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Feb 24, 2011

Colonel Muammar Qadhafi, his government, and close associates have taken extreme measures against the people of Libya.

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Feb 24, 2011

The Libyan government’s use of violence against its people is completely unacceptable

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Feb 24, 2011

We will stand steadfastly with the Libyan people in their demand for universal rights and a government that is responsive to their aspirations.

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Feb 24, 2011

I hereby determine that... the making of donations... would seriously impair my ability to deal with the national emergency declared in this order.

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Feb 24, 2011

By any measure, Muammar al-Qadhafi's Government has violated international norms and common decency and must be held accountable.

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Feb 24, 2011

I have determined that the actions of Colonel Muammar Qadhafi, his government, and close associates, including extreme measures against the people of Libya, constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and…

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Feb 24, 2011

I congratulate the Government and people of Kuwait on the 50th anniversary of their independence on February 26.

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Feb 24, 2011

Any transaction by a United States person... that evades or avoids, has the purpose of evading or avoiding... is prohibited.

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Feb 24, 2011

The stability of Bahrain depends upon respect for the universal rights of the people of Bahrain.

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Feb 23, 2011

People thought the Wright Brothers had a stupid idea, so I say, 'Bring on the stupid ideas.'

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Feb 23, 2011

We know it was born in the basement of a house on West Grand Boulevard in the Motor City, Detroit.

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Feb 23, 2011

I express my deep concern with the Libyan government’s use of violence which violates international norms and every standard of human decency.

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Feb 23, 2011

We look forward to additional steps by the Government that enable the Algerian people to fully exercise their universal rights, including freedom of expression, association, and assembly.

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Feb 23, 2011

The United States is committed to continuing our cooperation with the Government of Algeria as it works to represent and meet the needs of all Algerians.

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Feb 23, 2011

Motown produced 110 Top 10 hits from artists like Marvin Gaye, the Temptations, the Four Tops, and the Supremes.

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Feb 23, 2011

Born at a time of so much struggle, so much strife, it taught us that what unites us will always be stronger than what divides us.

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Feb 23, 2011

I have sent the enclosed notice to the Federal Register for publication, stating that the national emergency declared with respect to the Government of Cuba's destruction of two unarmed U.S.-registered civilian aircraft in international…

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Feb 23, 2011

This is a positive sign that the Government of Algeria is listening to the concerns and responding to the aspirations of its people.

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Feb 22, 2011

I expected more, to be honest. I expected to read between the lines from his speech. I did not see that.

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Feb 22, 2011

The change that is taking place across the region is being driven by the people of the region. This change doesn't represent the work of the United States or any foreign power. It represents the aspirations of people who are seeking a…

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Feb 22, 2011

The suffering and bloodshed is outrageous, and it is unacceptable. So are threats and orders to shoot peaceful protesters and further punish the people of Libya. These actions violate international norms, and every standard of common…

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Feb 22, 2011

The suffering and bloodshed is outrageous and it is unacceptable. So are threats and orders to shoot peaceful protesters and further punish the people of Libya. These actions violate international norms and every standard of common…

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